People Relations Advisor

Summary 

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

As a People Relations Advisor, it is our role to uphold Rivian’s purpose and values while performing a variety of duties to promote employee welfare, such as resolving people relations problems and promoting team health and engagement. This role would explain and provide advice and recommendations to employees and managers about company and governmental rules, regulations, and procedures, and need for compliance.  This role would support our Commercial, Growth & Creative Teams. 

Responsibilities 

• Counsel employees, leaders, and Functional Partners regarding work and/or personal problems
• Conducts employee interviews to discuss personnel, human relations, and work-related problems that adversely affect team & employee morale, engagement, health, and productivity
• Evaluate a variety of people relation issues varying in complexity and meets with stakeholders to present recommendations for resolution
• Collects and analyzes data themes and effectively creates and communicates strategies and solutions to the business and stakeholders
• Proactive partnership and coaching with business leaders and functional partners on appropriate actions to improve team health and morale
• Acts as the key partner to functional partners and managers on coaching, career development, disciplinary actions, and employee relations
• Assist in executing personnel procedures and policies, providing guidance and interpretation for the business and employees
• Suggest and implement new procedures and policies to continually improve efficiency and effectiveness of the People Team and organization, and to improve employee experience.
• Prepares and facilitates employee separations and exit interviews
• Develop, plan, and execute employee engagement activities such as training and focus groups
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, off-boarding, and investigations.
• Oversee the maintenance of functional partner records including new hires, transfers, terminations, job changes, salary adjustments, etc.
• Partners with Functional Partner subject matter experts to effectively answer and resolve all complex inquiries and develop more effective programs and processes.
• Support other Functional Partner functions as needed

Qualifications 

• Four (4) year college or university degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Management or related field preferred.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to quickly communicate and prioritize competing needs of the business.
• Proficient knowledge of Human Resources, policy interpretations and legal requirements
• Exceptional project management and organization skills and the ability to translate complex issues into straightforward communications.
• Ability to compile information and analyze data to drive decision making.
• Ability to communicate effectively and exercise excellent judgment in disclosing or withholding confidential information.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Possess a high level of problem-solving skill

Physical Demands

• Some travel might be required for business needs.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• At other times while performing duties of this job, the employee will work in a standard office environment.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• At other times while performing duties of this job, the employee will work in a standard office environment.

Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $107,000 - $123,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for Colorado Based Applicants: $102,000 - $118,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for New York Based Applicants: $116,000 - $134,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range for Washington Based Applicants: $107,000 - $123,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.